6. ARP Spoofing: ARP Spoofing is a type of cyber attack that exploits the Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) to associate an attacker's MAC address with the IP address of another device on the same network. The attacker then intercepts, modifies, or blocks network data intended for the legitimate device.
7. Rogue DHCP: Rogue DHCP is a type of cyber attack that involves the deployment of a rogue Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server on a network. The rogue DHCP server assigns IP addresses to network devices, often with malicious intent. This can result in clients being directed to rogue DNS servers or proxy servers, leading to the compromise of sensitive information or the spread of malware.
8. Rogue access point (AP) : A rogue access point is a wireless access point that has been installed on a network without the network administrator's knowledge or authorization. These access points can be a security risk because they bypass security measures put in place by the network administrator, allowing attackers to intercept or manipulate network traffic.
9. Evil twin : An evil twin is a type of wireless access point attack in which an attacker creates a fake wireless access point with the same name as a legitimate access point, tricking users into connecting to the fake access point instead of the real one. This allows the attacker to intercept or manipulate network traffic.
10. Ransomware : Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a victim's files, making them inaccessible, and then demands a ransom payment in exchange for the decryption key. Ransomware attacks can be devastating to organizations, as they can result in loss of access to critical files and data, and can also disrupt operations and cause reputational damage.
11. Password attacks : Password attacks refer to techniques that try to guess or crack a password in order to gain unauthorized access to a system or network. There are two main types of password attacks:
1. Brute-force: A brute-force password attack is an automated method that tries every possible combination of characters in an attempt to crack a password. This method can be very time-consuming, but with the advancement of computer processing power, it is becoming more effective.
2. Dictionary: A dictionary password attack is a type of brute-force attack that uses a list of commonly used words or phrases to guess a password. This method is more efficient than a traditional brute-force attack as it uses a limited set of words rather than all possible combinations. In this case, the attacker tries each word in the dictionary list until the correct password is found.
Explain the Following attacks
MAC Spoofing: MAC spoofing is a technique where an attacker changes the MAC (Media Access Control) address of their network interface card (NIC) to impersonate another device on the same network. The goal of this attack is to gain unauthorized access to the network or to evade detection. For example, an attacker could change the MAC address of their NIC to match the MAC address of a device that is authorized to access the network. This can trick the network into granting access to the attacker, who would then be able to intercept network traffic or launch other attacks.
IP Spoofing: IP spoofing is a technique where an attacker forges the source IP address of IP packets in order to hide their identity or to impersonate another device on the network. The goal of this attack is to bypass security measures that rely on the source IP address, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDSs), and access control lists (ACLs). For example, an attacker could use IP spoofing to send malicious packets to a target device, making it appear as if the packets came from a trusted source. This could trick the target device into accepting the packets and executing any malicious code they contain.
Deauthentication: Deauthentication is a type of attack that targets the connection between a device and a wireless network. The goal of this attack is to disrupt the connection and disconnect the device from the network. This is typically achieved by sending deauthentication frames to the target device, which instruct the device to disconnect from the network. Deauthentication attacks can be used to prevent users from accessing the network, to cause network downtime, or to capture sensitive information that is transmitted over the network.
Malware: Malware is a type of software that is designed to cause harm to computer systems. There are many types of malware, including viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, and ransomware. Malware can be delivered to a computer through a variety of methods, including email attachments, infected software downloads, and malicious websites. The goal of malware is to steal sensitive information, corrupt data, or to take control of the infected device. In the context of network security, malware can be used to compromise the security of the network and launch other types of attacks, such as denial-of-service attacks, or to steal sensitive data that is transmitted over the network.
